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Spinach Egg and Cheese Breakfast Pita

spinach egg and cheese breakfast pita halves stacked on top of each other with a bowl of blueberries in the background.

This easy, 5 minute spinach egg and cheese pita breakfast sandwich is a quick, nutritious, and satisfying breakfast with endless customization options! (vegetarian)

Ingredients

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  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp milk
  • pinch salt
  • pinch pepper
  • oil or cooking spray, for skillet
  • large handful baby spinach
  • 2 tbsp shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 whole grain pocket pita 

Instructions

  1. Heat a small nonstick skillet over medium heat. Spray or brush with oil.
  2. In a small bowl, crack eggs and scramble with milk, salt and pepper. Pour into hot pan and lower heat. Use a spatula to push eggs around the skillet until just set. 
  3. Add spinach to the pan and cook, stirring, until spinach is wilted. Sprinkle cheese over the top of the eggs and spinach and turn off the heat. 
  4. Wrap the pita in a damp paper towel and microwave for 30 seconds to warm. 
  5. Cut pita in half. Fill each pocket with egg mixture and enjoy.

Notes

  • This recipe is easily doubled for more servings or halved for a quick snack.
  • Customize this breakfast pita with any veggies, cheese, or spices that you like. Or add chopped ham, bacon or sausage crumbles for more protein. 

Keywords: easy breakfast pita, spinach egg and cheese breakfast pita, pita breakfast sandwich